The Kannada industry has gradually begun to enter the digital limelight over the last few years with its own series, premieres, and region-first content. The views of JioHotstar, Prime Video, Zee5, Netflix, Sony LIV, and Sun NXT have all acknowledged the power of Kannada audiences and this month they are launching a lineup of shows and movies that are fun.
Currently, the Kannada audiences can be considered one of the most active and dedicated consumers of digital platforms, making September 2025 exceptionally dynamic. Combining horror comedies, crime thrillers, and socially rooted dramas, this month seems to be a turning point in the way regional cinema is being commemorated on the internet.
Top kannada Releases in September
| Movie / Show | Release Date | OTT Platform |
|---|---|---|
| Su From So | September 2025 (TBA) | Prime Video (Probable) |
| Ekka | 5 September 2025 | ZEE5 |
| Shodha | 29 August 2025 | ZEE5 |
| Bigg Boss Kannada Season 12 | 28 September 2025 | JioHotstar |
1. Su From So
Su From So is to be released on OTT in September. With a very distinctive combination of horror and humor, the film has already impressed the people in theaters. The coastal Karnataka is captured with the elements of daily life with some supernatural additions that are spooky yet humorous. It is not officially announced yet that it will be released digitally, but industry talks indicate that Prime Video is the probable host. As it will be one of the hottest topics of discussion of the month, particularly among those who were not able to see it theatrically.
2. Ekka
The other Kannada film that is scheduled to release in September is Ekka, which is a vehicle of Yuvarajkumar. It is a fast-paced drama that is soon going to be released on ZEE5 on September 5, 2025. The movie attracts the mass entertainment fans who are fond of action movies with an emotional understory. To Yuvarajkumar enthusiasts, the digital version of this film will be an opportunity to re-experience the mega show at the comfort of their homes. The film now has a second chance to be seen by a much larger audience since it was missed in theatres.
3. Shodha
Shodha is a crime thriller that you must watch should you be a fan of crime thrillers. This Kannada original, whose OTT release was on ZEE5 from August 29, 2025, will remain one of the most popular titles of the entire month of September.
It explores the psychological side of crime, and not only the what of the crime but the why of the criminals. The story is full of surprising turns, a complex array of characters, and a sense of hauntedness that follows the very last episode.
ZEE5 has been marketing Shodha as one of its more flagship Kannada originals, and initial reviews point to it being everything binge-watchable. Shodha comes at a time when audiences are hungrier than ever to consume content that is dark and thought-provoking.
4. Bigg Boss Kannada Season 12
Bigg Boss Kannada Season 12 which will be released on September 28, 2025, only on JioHotstar, is already hitting the headlines. The show, hosted by Kiccha Sudeep, is likely to be accompanied by new contestants, new twists and a new house being designed in Innovative Film City.
buzz increased further when the promo was released on the birthday of Sudeep in early September and it can still be called one of the most discussed Kannada entertainment events of the year, as the OTT format allows fans to stream whenever they want and even watch unseen clips. This guarantees that the month of September 2025 will not be merely about movies but also about reality TV drama that leaves people glued to it throughout the entire month.
Other Releases Dubbed to Kannada
Prime Video appears to be bent on grabbing the Kannada OTT hype of the month. Besides Maalik, it also has a list of new Malayalam ott releases like Kammatam coming out on September 5, The Girlfriend, and Do You Wanna Partner coming out on September 10.
Netflix is still slowly releasing their international content by providing many of its shows in Kannada audio dubbing and subtitles. Series like Wednesday: Season 2 Part 2 returns on September 3 and later in the month fans also have The Bastards of Bollywood. The movie Junior will also be streamed on prime video. It is a bilingual film made for Telugu and Kannada viewers.
Sony LIV, Zee5 and Sun NXT have not declared headline Kannada titles in early September, but industry analysts believe they will be coming later in the month. Sony LIV is also said to be planning local drama series, Zee5 has two Kannada exclusives in development, and Sun Nxt, which has long had a large volume of South Indian content, is likely to release films with small releases in the first half of the month.
Conclusion
Take a step back and see the bigger picture and September 2025 does not seem like just another release calendar. Supernatural comedy that reinvents box-office records (Su From So), star-kid action drama (Ekka), a crime thriller (Shodha), and the season 12 comeback of Bigg Boss Kannada will be highlighted by Kannada OTT audiences in a single month.
All of these releases are targeted at a different type of viewer, but they both represent the range and richness of Kannada entertainment. They are now being promoted just like any other big language industry, unlike in the past where the films in Kannada used to reach the market late or released without much noise on OTT.
The emergence of Kannada content on OTT is not by chance, but the outcome of courageous directors, ardent viewers, and streaming services finally realizing the importance of regional movies. The evidence of such progress is September 2025.
To viewers it translates to diversity, convenience, and the pleasure of seeing their tongue take over on-line discussions. Prepare your subscriptions, popcorn, and calendars, then, because September 2025 will be remembered as the month Kannada entertainment came to the OTT world in a big way.
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